4 No active soldier entangles himself in the tradeoffs of this life, in order that he may please the one who enlisted him as a soldier.
5 And if anyone also contends in the games, he is not crowned, if he has not contended lawfully.
6 It is essential that the farmer who labors to receive of the fruits first.
7 Perceive the things I am saying; for the Lord may give you intelligence in all things.
Bible verses about "discouraged" | MLV
2 Timothy 2:4-7
Zechariah 9:12
12 Turn back to the stronghold, you* prisoners of hope. Even today I declare that I will render double to you.
John 5:30
30 I am able to do nothing of myself. As I hear, I judge, and my judgment is righteous, because I am not seeking my own will, but the will of the Father who sent me.
2 Thessalonians 3:13
13 But you brethren, do not be depressed in doing good.
James 4:7
7 Therefore, be subject to God and stand against the devil, and he will be fleeing away from you.
2 Timothy 1:7
7 For God did not give to us a spirit of cowardice, but of power and love and self-discipline.
Joshua 1:9
9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage. Do not be frightened, neither be dismayed, for Jehovah your God is with you wherever you go.
Philippians 4:6-7
Isaiah 41:10
10 Do not fear, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
Romans 15:13
13 Now the God of hope may fill you with all joy and peace in the believing, that you may abound in hope in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Galatians 6:9
9 Now we should not be depressed in well doing; for we will be reaping in our own time, if we do not faint.